Patient Transporter – Senior

University of Wisconsin Hospitals and Clinics Authority in; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

University Hospital in Madison seeks a Senior Patient Transporter (Finance) to lead a transport team responsible for moving inpatients to and from nursing units and therapy areas. The role includes coordinating wheelchairs and stretchers, ensuring patient safety and comfort, and handling transport requests via the information system.

100% FTE, evenings and nights, Monday–Friday 6:30PM–3:00AM. UW Health offers comprehensive benefits and tuition reimbursement, supporting professional growth and

Qualifications

• No minimum education required.
• High School Diploma or equivalent Preferred.
• 1 year of relevant direct clinical patient care experience. Six months as UW Health Patient Services Aide may be considered to meet this requirement. Required

Responsibilities

• Lead worker and technical expert for a team moving inpatients to various units.
• Coordinate movement of patient transport equipment (wheelchairs and stretchers).
• Ensure safety policies and patient comfort during transport.
• Address phone and online transport requests and coordinate responses via the transport system.

Skills

Patient transport experience

Safety policies adherence

Communication skills

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Patient Transport Information System

Job description

University of Wisconsin Hospitals and Clinics Authority

Patient Transporter – Senior (Finance)

Work Schedule

100% FTE, evening/night shift. Monday through Friday 6:30PM - 3:00AM. Hours may vary based on the operational needs of the department.

Be part of something remarkable

Join the #1 hospital in Wisconsin!

We are seeking a Patient Transporter - Senior to:

• Function as a lead worker and technical expert for a team that provides transportation services to inpatients who need to be moved to and from nursing units and various therapy/laboratory areas throughout the University Hospital.
• Coordinate the movement of patient transport equipment (wheelchairs and stretchers).
• Ensure the team understands and practices all relevant safety policies and procedures and provides for patient comfort and safety during transport.
• Address phone and on-line patient transport requests and coordinates their team's response via the Patient Transport information system.

At UW Health, you will have:

• An excellent benefits package, including health and dental insurance, paid time off and retirement plans. Full time benefits for part time work.
• Access to UW Health's Wellness Options at Work that support employee/family well-being.
• Tuition reimbursement - UW Health invests in your professional growth by helping pay for coursework associated with career advancement.

Qualifications

• No minimum education required.
• High School Diploma or equivalent Preferred

Work Experience

• 1 year of relevant direct clinical patient care experience. Six (6) months of experience as a UW Health Patient Services Aide - Objective may be considered to meet this requirement. Required

Licenses & Certifications

• CPR certification or the ability to receive certification within 60 days of hire. Required

Our Commitment to Social Impact and Belonging

UW Health is committed to fostering a workplace that creates belonging for everyone and is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. Our respect for people shines through patient care interactions and our daily work practices as we work to embrace the knowledge, unique perspectives and qualities each employee and faculty member brings to work each day. It is the policy of UW Health to provide equal opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.

University Hospital

in Madison is a Magnet®-designated facility that's ranked Wisconsin's #1 hospital and considered one of the nation's leading hospitals, teaching institutions and referral centers.

Job Description

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